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THE MEMOIRS OF A CAT
conceded by science, I do not pretend that I can jugglc with differential calculus, or follow the mathematical logic of Russell, Whitehead, Wittgenstein and company, or understand the equations of inathematical physics, any better than most men do. I made some effort to establish my claim to intclligence only to prove that my reactions to the treatment I received from human beings can serve as reliable material for a criticism of human beliefs, ideas, habits. Unless sone intelligence were conceded to mc, no credit can be claimed for my power of observation; my reflection need not be taken seriously. But lest I bend thc stick on the other way, let me emphasisc the difference (as distinct from any qualitative superiority, although my cattish pride is hurt to admit that) created by the power of articulated specch. This power cnables man to make greater and morc fruitful use of the physical basis of spiritual life. Consequently, though on the common denominator of animal being, he is more privileged than myself. In him, our common animal heritage has attained the glory of a marvellous development which outshines the legendary glory of the gods in Heaven. Unfortunately, most men cannot appreciate its value, and make proper use of it.
The point I wish to make is that man as man is not intrinsically superior to lower animals. He is only a superior animal. More correctly, he is a higher biological form. Humanness, being the
